Marian Announces Molly Campbell as New Athletic Director
Bloomfield Hills, MI (July 15, 2024) – Marian High School is proud to announce the appointment of Molly Campbell as the new Athletic Director. With a robust background in athletic administration and education, Campbell brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the Marian community.
"We are thrilled to welcome Molly Campbell to Marian High School," said Principal Stacey Cushman. "Her unique and extensive leadership experience in athletics, and her dedication to the growth and development of female student-athletes, make her the perfect fit for our community. We are confident that she will continue our school’s rich tradition of athletic excellence and community spirit.”
Campbell is no stranger to the CHSL, with 15 years of coaching experience in the league. Most recently, Campbell served as the Girls Division Athletic Director at Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Preparatory (OLSM), where she focused on creating an inclusive community of empowered women with an emphasis in leadership, academics, and faith. During her tenure, she started the program from the ground up, overseeing 15 varsity and 9 sub-varsity teams, and managing 55 coaches. Her leadership was instrumental in promoting girls’ athletics, coordinating travel and event logistics, and enhancing athletic facilities. Campbell spearheaded the development of new volleyball and softball facilities, including designing and overseeing the construction of state-of-the-art courts and fields.
Campbell is respected among her peers within the CHSL and across the state for her leadership and service on several professional committees, councils, and boards, including involvement with the MIAAA State Board of Athletic Directors. Campbell is actively involved in several athletic committees, including the MIAAA Region 13, MIAA PR Committee, and the CHSL Executive Board. She also serves as the Treasurer of the Oakland County Athletic Directors Association and is a member of various coaches associations.
As a coach, Campbell has built a remarkable record of success. At OLSM, she was the Head Varsity Volleyball Coach, leading her team to back-to-back league championships and earning the 2023 CHSL AA Division Coach of the Year title. In addition, as the Head Varsity Softball Coach, she guided her team to league and district championships and was awarded District Coach of the Year in both 2022 and 2024. Her ability to develop and elevate athletic programs has made her a standout leader in the CHSL.
Campbell's experience extends beyond coaching. She has served as the Dean of Students and Academic Dean at OLSM, where she played a key role in supporting the growth and development of the Girls Division. She focused on promoting student leadership and involvement in athletics, creating a supportive environment that encouraged excellence both on and off the field. Her efforts in organizing academic courses, implementing policies, and fostering a vibrant student life contributed to a holistic development approach for the students.
"It is a privilege to join Marian High School as the new Athletic Director," said Campbell. "I am enthusiastic about the future of our athletic programs and am dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages excellence, teamwork, and personal growth. I am a firm believer in empowering young women by helping them reach their highest potential.”
Campbell, a resident of White Lake, Michigan, attended Notre Dame Preparatory and graduated in 2008. During her high school years, she was a multisport athlete, excelling in volleyball, basketball, and softball. She was named 2008 Miss Softball, earned Michigan’s Gatorade Player of the Year in 2008 for Volleyball, and was named CHSL’s Walt Bazylewicz Female Athlete of the Year. Campbell went on to play softball at Central Michigan University, where she holds the career Home Run and RBI records. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a major in Language Arts. In recognition of her outstanding achievements, Campbell was inducted into the CHSL Hall of Fame in 2012.
Marian competes in the Catholic High School League (CHSL) Central Division with Warren Regina, Farmington Hills Mercy, Orchard Lake St. Mary, Divine Child, Toledo Notre Dame Academy, Toledo St. Ursula, Ann Arbor Fr. Gabriel Richard, Toledo Central Catholic and Jackson Lumen Christi.
About Marian High School
Located in Bloomfield Hills, Marian High School is a Catholic college preparatory school for young women sponsored by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Marian draws students from 42 communities across four counties and is committed to fostering human diversity, leadership, and action based on gospel values.
